More than 700 Kisii Bottlers Ltd Company employees were rendered jobless when the company announced its closure on Monday.
Employees who spoke to Hivisasa said that the decision was made after the employer decided to stop production in Kisii region.
"It is sad that over 700 employees will be rendered jobless as the firm closes its doors because of few individuals only interested to fill their stomachs. The firm's management has failed to give clear reasons why the company is closing despite having a good market," said Mr Eric Nyabiage.
He suggested that investors team up and come up with a rival company because their employer had announced that he will be moving to Nyeri.
"Kisii leaders should unite and bring an investor to start a new production company because we have the production skills to help the new company grow," he added.
The company joins a growing list of companies that have stopped manufacturing in Kisii County.